TICKETS COMING SOON… Meet Father Christmas after a steam train ride from New Romney to Hythe! With festive treats, platform rides & other activities, this is a wonderful experience for all ages!

The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway has been running its popular Santa Specials since 1981. Although a lot has changed in the past 40 years, the core of the experience remains the same.

Santa Special tickets include:

• Train journey from New Romney (TN28 8PL) to Hythe and return.
• A visit to Santa & his elves in his Grotto.
• A quality, age related, gift for each child aged 0-17 yrs*
• Seasonal refreshments**
• A visit to the Model Railway Exhibition at New Romney before your train journey begins.
• Snowy arrival back at New Romney.

*Bookings for under ones, you have the option to receive a gift from Santa (2026 cost TBC) Or if you prefer to make memories only there is no charge.

**Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free & Vegan & Vegetarian options available, please fill out dietary requirements on your booking.

Arrive early and visit the Model Railway Exhibition at New Romney before your train journey begins.

Prices TBC for 2026. Tickets will be on sale soon. Please email marketing@rhdr.org if you’d like to be notified when they are released.

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